Mountaintown Creek Ws Str # 2 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mountaintown Creek WS Str # 2, also known as Hill's Lake Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Gilmer, Georgia.
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Summary
Built in 1961 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and has a length of 400 feet, providing flood risk reduction along Mountaintown Creek. With a storage capacity of 1630 acre-feet and a drainage area of 5700 acres, the dam serves as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the region.
Despite its important role in flood risk reduction, Mountaintown Creek WS Str # 2 has been assessed to have a high hazard potential and poor condition as of the last inspection in 2016. The dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures are not clearly defined, posing a moderate risk level. With the dam being uncontrolled in terms of spillway and outlet gates, there is a pressing need for enhanced monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of this critical water resource infrastructure.
As climate change continues to amplify the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the resilience of structures like Mountaintown Creek WS Str # 2 becomes increasingly vital. With the dam being state-regulated and inspected, there is an opportunity for proactive measures to be implemented to address the identified risks and improve the overall condition of the dam. Collaboration between the relevant agencies and stakeholders is essential to safeguarding the surrounding community and the environment from the potential impacts of dam failure.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
MOUNTAINTOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Drainage Area |
5700 |
Nid Storage |
1630 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
60 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Coosawattee River Near Ellijay
|
276cfs |
Cartecay River Near Ellijay
|
166cfs |
Mill Creek Near Crandall
|
9cfs |
Holly Creek Near Chatsworth
|
22cfs |
Ocoee River At Copperhill
|
288cfs |
Coosawattee River At Carters
|
465cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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